Unlike compensation for economic losses such as medical expenses and lost wages, pain and suffering damages are intended to address the physical discomfort, emotional distress and other non-economic consequences of your injuries. They may also account for limitations...
When a loved one is aging, families often focus on that person’s well-being and ensuring they have appropriate care. Unfortunately, those years can also create opportunities for financial exploitation. An elderly person may be pressured into changing their will,...
Worker misclassification happens when a business labels you as an independent contractor even though Massachusetts wage law treats you as an employee. That label may affect your right to minimum wage, overtime pay and other workplace protections. It could also leave...
No one expects a trip to the grocery store to end up with an expensive and painful injury. A bad fall can leave you with serious injuries like torn ligaments, fractured wrists or severe back pain. While the immediate focus should be on healing, one might also wonder...
For many businesses, trust plays an important role in how they operate together. Many long-term customers, suppliers and business partners work together for years without signing a formal written contract. In many cases, a handshake or verbal promise feels enough for...
Filing a lawsuit against a family member can be quite an emotional and difficult decision. Many people worry that taking legal action can create a significant rift in family relationships. However, if you get injured due to a relative's negligence, you have the same...
You trusted your lawyer, and the advice you received turned out to be wrong. Now you are confronting the financial consequences. In Massachusetts, you may be able to hold your former counsel legally responsible, but there are specific elements you need to establish...
Waiting for a final paycheck can create real financial pressure, especially when you need that money for bills, rent or the transition to another job. In Massachusetts, employers must follow specific wage payment requirements once an employee’s job ends. The timing...
When you own a closely-held company in Massachusetts, it becomes one of your biggest assets. However, if you pass away without a comprehensive succession plan, the business often falls into probate. This court-supervised process can bring daily operations to a sudden...
A slip-and-fall accident is not something you expect to happen while going through your day. After the accident, it's important to focus on the next steps that might likely get you help to recover your full and fair compensation for the injury and losses you had to...
